I'm thinking of the case where for example a female nurse encourages her daughter to become a doctor because it is a more aspirational career in the same field.

I'm thinking of the case where for example a female nurse encourages her daughter to become a doctor because it is a more aspirational career in the same field. OTOH a male doctor is probably not as likely to encourage his son to become a nurse because that is generally perceived as a step down in terms of prestige and pay.